Wildlife Biologist

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement.

A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

As an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality field data collection and supporting a variety of survey types, including nest sweeps, wildlife sweeps, amphibian capture and relocation, and species at risk assessments. You’ll work closely with project managers and senior biologists to plan and execute fieldwork, contribute to data quality and reporting, and help ensure compliance with regulatory and client requirements.

This position is ideal for a hands-on field biologist who thrives in dynamic environments, maintains a strong safety mindset, and communicates effectively with both team members and clients. The compensation range for this role is $32-$42, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Conduct and support a variety of wildlife field activities, including Nest sweeps and wildlife sweeps - identify species-at-risk sign, habitat features, and mitigation needs
• Amphibian capture and relocation
• Species at risk surveys and habitat assessments
• Breeding bird surveys (e.g., songbirds, raptors, owls, grouse)
• Deployment and servicing of wildlife monitoring equipment (e.g., acoustic recorders, cameras)
• Assist with daily field planning and execution in alignment with project requirements and timelines
• Support or lead small field crews as needed in accordance with standard operating procedures

• Prepare safety plans, maps, access routes, and equipment lists; confirm permits and access approvals.
• Coordinate field logistics such as travel, accommodations, and equipment readiness.

• Ensure accurate digital data collection, photo documentation, and metadata; complete QA/QC and initial interpretation of results.

• Provide clear and timely updates to team members, project managers, clients and/or regulators.
• Contribute to technical reports, including writing sections, preparing figures, and compiling appendices.

• Participate in hazard assessments, tailgate meetings, and incident reporting.
• Exercise stop work authority when required and contribute to a strong safety culture.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., vegetation, wetlands, aquatics, environmental construction support).

Education:

B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree(s) in Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Science

Experience:

4–7+ years of relevant wildlife experience.

Technical

Skills:

• Proven experience with breeding bird surveys, nest sweeps and wildlife sweeps
• Strong identification skills for key wildlife features for birds and other wildlife.
• Experience with sharp-tailed grouse, owl, amphibian capture and relocation is an asset.
• Proficiency with GPS/GIS enabled data collection and digital field forms.
• Strong safety mindset;
  Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Comfortable with ATVs/UTVs, light truck operation; helicopter experience is an asset.
• Eligible for or registered as P.Biol. (ASPB) is an asset.

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively.

We may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with…